Saudi developer ROSHN Group and Talaat Moustafa Group Saudi have signed a preliminary agreement to set up a joint venture for a major mixed-use development in Riyadh. TMG Saudi will hold a 51% stake and ROSHN Group will hold 49%. Initial studies indicate the project could deliver over 55,000 residential units alongside commercial, healthcare, educational, and leisure amenities.
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has established the Gulf Coast Development Company to build a major coastal scheme in Al-Khafji. Spanning 20 square kilometres with a 10-kilometre waterfront, the site will feature 16,000 homes, 1,400 hotel rooms and dedicated marinas. The initial phase will deliver three neighbourhoods by 2030 in partnership with private sector investors.
Ennismore has partnered with Central Group Capital to introduce the luxury all-inclusive Rixos brand to Thailand. Following an extensive refurbishment, Rixos Water World Phuket will open in early 2028 along Mai Khao beach. The 600-room development features a landmark integrated waterpark, five dining venues, conference facilities and sports hubs, expanding Rixos’ presence across Asia alongside its upcoming resort in Phu Quoc, Vietnam.
Alvarez & Marsal has expanded its Middle East Real Estate, Travel, Hospitality and Leisure practice. Led by Yousef Wahbeh, the senior team will advise sovereign wealth funds, governments and developers as major regional projects move into operational phases. The move responds to growing demand for hands-on execution advisory across the region.
Vingroup Corporation has announced the master plan for the Hung Vuong International Sports Complex in southern Hanoi. Spanning over 400 hectares inside the Hanoi International Sports City, the development features the 135,000-seat VinFast - Trong Dong Stadium. Designed to host global events such as the Olympic Games and FIFA World Cup, the site will integrate elite competition venues, extensive training grounds and public leisure facilities.
Sun Group has officially broken ground on the Sun Galaxy Complex, a VND 10,750 billion entertainment hub in Da Nang. Situated along the Han River in Ngu Hanh Son ward, the development features an outdoor venue with nearly 20,000 seats, alongside a 47-story tower offering hospitality and retail facilities. The project aims to establish a year-round destination for global events and enhance the local night-time economy.